Sourcing Engineer

Lucifer Lighting Company is a privately held San Antonio-based designer and manufacturer of precision-engineered architectural lighting fixtures. You’ll find our products everywhere from SF MOMA to the Nike Headquarters. We’re in the campuses of 4 of the 5 largest tech companies and 5 of the top 10 tallest towers in the U.S. Our customers are the world’s leading architects and designers who look for minimalist industrial design and place a premium on service, quality, and innovation. Our people make magic happen; we are passionate, smart, hard-working, committed, and creative. We like to make work enjoyable and engaging.

We light the world’s most beautiful spaces.

Position Summary: The Sourcing Engineer is responsible for identifying, qualifying, and managing suppliers to support company objectives in cost, quality, and delivery. This role will proactively source materials, components, and services, develop supplier relationships, and negotiate contracts to optimize value for the organization. The Sourcing Engineer collaborates closely with internal teams including Engineering, Production, and Quality to support current and future sourcing needs.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support production and new product

   development initiatives.

• Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, quality

   standards, and delivery expectations.

• Solicit quotes, analyze proposals, and negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that drive cost reduction, improve lead times, and

   mitigate supply chain risks.

• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, pricing, and performance data.

• Partner with Engineering, Production, and Inventory teams to forecast demand and manage

   supplier capacity planning.

• Address supply issues proactively, including backorders, delays, and quality concerns, working

   with suppliers to resolve issues quickly.

• Track market trends, material cost fluctuations, and industry developments to inform sourcing    

   strategies.

• Support new product launches by identifying sourcing options and coordinating material  availability.
 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of sourcing, procurement processes, and supplier management practices.

• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess market trends and cost drivers.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Experience with ERP systems and supplier databases preferred.
 

Required Education and Experience:

• Three or more years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Proven track record of successful supplier negotiations and vendor management.
 

Working Environment:

• Smoke-free workplace.
 

Lucifer Lighting Company is an equal opportunity employer.